Ammonium Fluoride

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

WHMIS 2015 OSHA Haz Com: CFR 1910.1200: Acute Toxicity - Oral [Category 3] WHMIS 2015: Acute Toxicity - Dermal [Category 3] Acute Toxicity - Inhalation [Category 3] Eye Damage/Irritation [Category 2A] Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure) [Category 1] Aquatic Hazard (Acute) [Category 3] Aquatic Hazard (Long-Term) [Category 3]

Signal word

Danger!

Hazard statements

Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled Causes serious eye irritation Harmful to aquatic life Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure: Bone

Hazard pictograms

or Symbol(s)

Prevention

Avoid breathing dust, fume, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection.

Response

If swallowed Immediately call a poison center or doctor. Rinse mouth. If on skin Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a poison center or doctor if you feel unwell. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a poison center or doctor. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice or attention.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local, regional, national regulations (e.g. US 40 CFR Part 261, EU 91/156/EEC, JP Waste Disposal and Cleaning Act, etc.).

2.3 Other hazards

None. [HNOC]